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title: "Phase 3B - SSTD2409 - 11/12/25 - AWARD"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "BUCKINGHAMSHIRE COUNCIL - E-TENDERING SYSTEM"
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# Phase 3B - SSTD2409 - 11/12/25 - AWARD

Buyer: BUCKINGHAMSHIRE COUNCIL - E-TENDERING SYSTEM  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f01d5d8c-cb91-463d-a33f-b36fe4eddfeb

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## Summary

The procurement process, led by Buckinghamshire Council via their e-Tendering System, involved awarding a contract for taxi services under the title "Phase 3B - SSTD2409 - 11/12/25 - AWARD." This selective process followed a restricted procedure and focused on transportation services spanning multiple geographic regions, including British Oversea Territories, Channel Islands, and the Isle of Man. The award stage was completed by 23 January 2026, and the contract is set to commence on 23 February 2026, lasting until 23 February 2030. Buckinghamshire Council aims to facilitate transportation services with a total contract value of £94,414.85.

This tender offers significant business growth opportunities for entities specialising in transport services, specifically taxi operators capable of servicing diverse areas such as the UK, Europe, and beyond. However, the procurement suitability does not favour SMEs or VCSEs, suggesting that larger operations with extensive logistical capabilities may be better positioned to compete. Aspiring businesses should consider their ability to meet specific pricing models per mile as stipulated in the competition's terms and conditions, ensuring competitive bidding for this substantial and extended contract. UK CARS (High Wycombe) LTD successfully secured the contract under these terms, illustrating the necessity for a strategic approach in tender submissions.

## Notice

Please see attached 'invitation to a competition' document for route and contract information. Please be advised when submitting your bid transport operators are required submit a price per mile as described in the call for competition terms and conditions. Please note all clarifications MUST be submitted through the In-tend portal.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/680575b9-c53f-48ad-91ac-670e7166b940 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Dec 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 23 Jan 2026 |
| Contract period | 23 Feb 2026 - 23 Feb 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £94,414 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | BUCKINGHAMSHIRE COUNCIL - E-TENDERING SYSTEM |
| Locality | AYLESBURY |
| Post town | Hemel Hempstead |
| Postcode | HP19 8FF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ13 Buckinghamshire |
| Local authority | Buckinghamshire |
| Electoral ward | Aylesbury North West |
| Westminster constituency | Aylesbury |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | UK CARS (HIGH WYCOMBE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60120000 - Taxi services

## Release History

- 21 Apr 2026 at 12:11 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/680575b9-c53f-48ad-91ac-670e7166b940

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/680575b9-c53f-48ad-91ac-670e7166b940
  21st April 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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